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$12.9m approved for solar battery project, NZ confirms
Wednesday 12 March 2025 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Environment, National, Outer Islands, Technology
New Zealand says it approved $12.9 million for the Northern Group Battery Replacement Project a year ago, after Prime Minister Mark Brown told Parliament they were still working with the NZ government to start the project.
Unbeaten Panthers lead as Rarotonga League 13s competition enters Round 2
Tuesday 11 March 2025 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Rugby league, Sports
The Tupapa Panthers premier men’s team finished round one of the Cook Islands Rugby League Rarotonga 13s competition unbeaten and at the top of the standings after a massive win over the weekend.
Four students head to Japan for cultural exchange
Tuesday 11 March 2025 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Culture, Education, Local, National, Outer Islands
Four Cook Islands students are heading to Japan for a cultural exchange programme, where they will immerse themselves in Japanese culture while sharing their knowledge of Cook Islands culture.
Letter: Cook Islands, China and the US
Tuesday 11 March 2025 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
Dear Editor, The Cook Islands Government and the United States of America Government signed a treaty that came into force on September 8 1983, titled, Treaty between the USA and the Cook Islands on Friendship and Delimitation of the Maritime Boundary between the USA and the Cook Islands. It was duly ratified by US President Ronald Reagan and Prime Minister Sir Tom Davis.
Vaka Paikea crew joins Hōkūleʻa’s 50th anniversary celebration
Tuesday 11 March 2025 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Culture, National
Te Puna Marama Voyaging Foundation crew joined thousands of people over the weekend to mark the 50th anniversary celebration of Hōkūleʻa’s voyaging history at Kualoa Regional Park, Oahu, in Hawaiʻi, where the double-hulled canoe was first launched.
Five Cook Islanders awarded counselling scholarships to boost community support
Tuesday 11 March 2025 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, Health, Local, National, Outer Islands
Five individuals from Rarotonga and Atiu received scholarships from Punanga Turuturu Itivaine to study counselling and improve community mental health support.
Police investigate burglary, assault and numerous traffic incidents
Tuesday 11 March 2025 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Crime, Local, National
After having to deal with several car crashes keeping an understaffed police force busy, police later tended a burglary incident in Vaimaanga and an assault incident on Sunday.
Manihiki welcomes government initiative to nationalise shipping
Tuesday 11 March 2025 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Local, National, Outer Islands
As the Pa Enua continues to endure the ongoing increase in its cost of living due to shipping challenges and transportation, it was music to their ears to hear that plans are in place for the government to enter shipping service.
Cook Islander describes ‘severe’ impact of Tropical Cyclone Alfred in Australia
Tuesday 11 March 2025 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Australia, National, Regional, Weather
Cook Islander Archie Atiau says the impact of Tropical Cyclone Alfred, which affected South East Queensland and the New South Wales North Coast, Australia, has been severe.
Former security boss cleared of drug charges after unlawful police search
Tuesday 11 March 2025 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, National
A man was cleared of drug charges after a judge ruled the police search of his property was unlawful, leading to potential legal action for damages.
Smoke signals
Monday 10 March 2025 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion, Smoke Signals
Came across a book recently …” The Canberra Wronglish Dictionary”. One word caught my eye immediately, and could easily describe many of our bureaucrats, including those in CIIC… SMUGERVESCENCE…..
Celebrating the uniqueness of women
Monday 10 March 2025 | Written by Ruta Tangiiau Mave | Published in Editorials, Opinion
Women’s day is not to be confused with Mothers’ Day. This is not a time to celebrate what label we are but who we are, writes Ruth Mave.
The best sunrise view – Arore Mountain
Monday 10 March 2025 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Features, Go Local
Seeing the sunrise and the three motus of Muri, Ngatangiia from Arore Mountain gives you an overwhelming sense of victory as you see the beauty of God’s creation, writes Losirene Lacanivalu.
Visitor behaviour key focus in ensuring travellers engage respectfully with Cook Islands, Tourism tells PAC
Monday 10 March 2025 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in National, Parliament
Cook Islands Tourism says that while managing visitor behaviour is an ongoing effort, success depends on delivering clear messaging across multiple channels, reinforcing expectations through consistent signage, and providing accessible guidance.
Bears too strong for Sea Eagles
Monday 10 March 2025 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Rugby league, Sports
The mighty Arorangi Bears from the West proved too strong and swift for the Ngatangiia Matavera Sea Eagles winning the game 28 – 10 at Victoria Park in Tupapa on Saturday.
Ministry explores new strategies to enhance mathematics education
Monday 10 March 2025 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Education, National
The Ministry of Education is exploring new strategies to enhance mathematics education in the Cook Islands, following comments from New Zealand-based academic Professor Jodie Hunter, who emphasised the need for local context in teaching resources.
Celebrating International Women’s Day
Monday 10 March 2025 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National
The Ministry of Internal Affairs (INTAFF) hosted International Women’s Day at the Punanga Nui Market on Saturday with the theme “Accelerate Action for Gender Equality- for ALL Women and Girls.”
Thrilling finish to round 1 of League 13s
Sunday 9 March 2025 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Rugby league, Sports
In a thrilling finish for round one of the Cook Islands Rugby League (CIRL) 13s domestic competition, the Titikaveka Bulldogs delivered a stunning upset against the defending champions Avatiu Eels, on Friday.
MPs’ travel expenses exceed $350,000 in six months
Saturday 8 March 2025 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Economy, National, Parliament
Cook Islands MPs spent over $350,000 on overseas travel in the first half of the 2024/25 financial year, with a significantly increased budget allowing for further expenditures and calls to upgrade MP travel classes.
A beacon of faith and unity
Saturday 8 March 2025 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Church Talk, Features
Cook Islands became a beacon of faith and unity as they hosted the International World Day of Prayer service for the very first time.
